Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 - Teacher Aide (Ed Support Level 1-Range 2) - Urgent Role - Part-Time

We are looking to hire a confident Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 - Teacher Aide (Ed Support Level 1-Range 2) to join our incredible team at Schools (Government) in Melbourne Victoria
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RoleThis position is part time, 10 hours per week spread over 2 days with the potential to increase the hours in 2024.An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3). A role at this range may include:Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, ( ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager. Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function. Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles ( enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction. Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples. An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained. ResponsibilitiesProvides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routinesSupports communication between teachers and parentsCommunicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and liftingCommunicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and informationAddresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programsProvides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidanceProvides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and brailleWho May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.EEO AND OHS CommitmentThe Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on: Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the Department’s exemplar available at:DE ValuesThe Department’s employees commit to upholding DE’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DE’s Values complement each school’s own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the DE values is available at: Location ProfileOrchard Grove Primary School is committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment that engages curiosity; promotes learning, personal growth, and wellbeing for all students; and strives to develop adaptability and resilience. We want our students to become valued members of the local and global communities and be prepared for future life experiences. Our school community strives to offer excellence in all aspects of primary education, providing quality learning programs in all curriculum areas. We have a strong focus on Literacy and Numeracy, using a synthetic phonics approach to the teaching of literacy skills, and aligning ourselves with evidence-based approaches in our Instructional Models. Our Inquiry units are engaging and allow students to make real life connections, going deeper with the learning areas of interest aligned with the curriculum requirements. We strongly believe that we must teach students at their point of need and use assessments to ensure we support and extend as needed to help all our students achieve their personal best.Our School Wide Positive Behaviour Supports, alongside our use of Zones of Regulation see us provide a positive and inclusive environment where all students can shine. As and when required we have comprehensive Individual Learning and Behavioural plans to ensure we support our students, working alongside the family and care teams as a valuable partner.Our core values of Integrity, Respect, Valuing Diversity, Working Together, Fostering Growth and Resilience underpin the expected behaviours and attitudes of the students, staff, and school community. We are particularly proud of our camping programs which offer excellent opportunities for participation by all our students. Our outstanding Visual Arts, Performing Arts/ Music, LOTE (Spanish), Physical Education and Library programs offer students a breadth of curriculum and experience. Our support programs, which include EAL, ensure all students are being assisted to achieve their best. Parents and volunteers are a feature at Orchard Grove and many parents participate in the life of the school in a variety of ways. All Orchard Grove Primary School personnel are responsible for supporting the safety, participation, wellbeing, and empowerment of children.All staff, parent helpers, volunteers, tradespeople (employed on a regular basis) and School Council members of Orchard Grove Primary School are required to observe child safe principles and expectations for appropriate behaviour towards and in the company of children by:adhering to Orchard Grove Primary School’s Child Safe Policy at all timestaking all reasonable steps to protect children from abuse.treating everyone with respectlistening and responding to the views and concerns of children, particularly if they are telling you that they or another child has been abused and/or are worried about their safety or the safety of another.promoting the cultural safety, participation, and empowerment of Indigenous children (for example, by never questioning an Indigenous child’s self-identification)promoting the cultural safety, participation, and empowerment of children with culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds (for example, by having a zero tolerance of discrimination)promoting the safety, participation, and empowerment of children with a disability (for example, during personal care activities)ensuring as far as practicable that adults are not left alone with a child.reporting any allegations of child abuse to Orchard Grove Primary School’s Child Safety Officer (Michelle Ogilvie Principal), or to a member of the Leadership Team.The above-mentioned Child Safety Officer or member of the Leadership Team will ensure any allegation will be reported to the police or child protection.reporting any child safety concerns to Orchard Grove Primary School Child Safety Officer (Michelle Ogilvie Principal) / Leadershipif an allegation of child abuse is made, ensure as quickly as possible that the child(ren) are safe. encouraging children to ‘have a say’ and participate in all relevant organisational activities where possible, especially on issues that are important to them.

Benefits of working as a Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 - Teacher Aide (Ed Support Level 1-Range 2) in Melbourne Victoria:

● Excellent benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Competitive salary